[silent_jonny]

The Victory Junction Gang Camp enriches the lives of children with chronic medical conditions or serious illnesses by providing life-changing camping experiences that are exciting, fun, and empowering, in a safe and medically sound environment.

President George W. Bush enjoys a moment with NASCAR racing champion Richard Petty during a visit Wednesday, Oct. 18, 2006, to the Victory Junction Gang Camp, Inc., in Randleman, N.C. The center was founded by Petty's son, Kyle, and Kyle's wife, Pattie, in memory of their son, Adam, a fourth-generation NASCAR driver killed during practice in 2000.

The motto of the camp is “Feel Your Heart Race”

President Bush visits the Victory Junction Gang Camp in Randleman, N.C., Wednesday, Oct. 18, 2006. From left are: NASCAR driver Kyle Petty, former NASCAR driver Richard Petty, and Kyle's wife Pattie Petty.

Walking with the Pettys

President Bush inspects the 45 car. (The number 45 belonged to Adam Petty) . With the president are Kyle Petty (L), his wife Pattie, Richard Petty (2nd R) and Michael Waltrip.

Adam Petty (1980-2000)

[onyx]

What a fabulous Dose! Wow, so many pics.

[onyx]

WOO-HOO PING!

[Wolfstar]

Hi Jonny. Am sending this at work to thank you so much for the ping to these photos. Even though I'm only a fan observing NASCAR from across the country in California, Adam Petty's death affected me more than Dale Earnhardt's did.

Adam was young. Just a kid, really. He had a warm, sunny personality and a hugely infectious smile. He was also a very genuine talent behind the wheel of a racecar. The work his family is doing with kids in his name and honor is wonderful.